Relief Nursery Program Supervisor

Family Building Blocks • Salem, OR

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About The Position

Family Building Blocks is a non-profit organization that serves children and families with the mission to keep children safe and families together. Our values reflect the services we provide and the culture we embrace for our staff. We strive for equity and celebrate diversity. We are collaborative and ambitious. We emphasize strengths and assume positive intent. We honor vulnerability and courage. We respect the unique personhood of each child. We believe in the power of a securely attached family. We are family-centered, caring and supportive. We express gratitude for our community's generosity. We offer optimism and hope. Our Rock Star employees are the most valuable asset we have in supporting our mission. In return for their hard work and dedication, we offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Our dedicated and loving employees also enjoy working and thriving in a positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment where we strongly support work-life balance. We also create opportunities for professional growth and participate in team self-care practices and challenges, plus occasional festive and creative competitions.

Requirements

• AA/AS degree from an accredited institution with a major in early childhood education, child development, or related degree OR Completion of 15 credits (quarter system) or 10 credits (semester system) of training from an accredited institution in early childhood education or child development, elementary education, or special education and a commitment to complete a professional development plan within the first year of employment.
• A demonstrated solid understanding of and experience in supervising and motivating staff, as well as providing support to staff in stressful work environments
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of infant and child development, parent-child attachment, maternal-infant health and dynamics of child abuse and neglect
• Experience implementing family-centered and strength-based services for families
• Experience in home visitation with a strong background services to the 0-3 age population
• Proficient in using MS Office Suite and ability to learn new programs required for the position.
• Strong commitment to Family Building Blocks mission and values serving children and families as well as staff.
• Experience working and providing support to high risk families while adhering to program policies and standards.
• Possess strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and be committed to staff development.
• Must have Pediatric First Aid/ CPR card and Food Handler's card or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Possess a valid Oregon Driver's license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
• An employer-paid pre-employment drug test is required.
• Successfully pass a criminal conviction background check.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish/English Preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervision & Training Directly supervises assigned Home Visitors and T eachers in accordance with program policies and procedures.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the FBB's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; documenting performance; rewarding and counseling employees; addressing complaints and resolving conflicts.
• Reviews work performance, prepares performance evaluations, and develops work plans as needed ; a ccompanies and observes home visitors on home visits and maintain related records.
• Reviews time/attendance records, PTO and schedules and prepares related documentation.
• Coaches home visitors and teachers toward best practice in all areas of their work through one-on-one weekly meetings using a strength-based approach and reflective supervision strategies.
• Monitors ongoing training needs of staff and maintain up-to-date Individual Staff Training plans.
• Provides leadership at team meetings and fosters a positive working environment at all times .
• Completes required training and demonstrates working knowledge of the following topics: infant care, child health and safety, maternal and family health, infant and child development including language and literacy, role of culture in parenting, and su pporting the parent-child relationship within 180 days of hire.
• Conduct observation of HV and make quality assurance call to families receiving services
• Collaborate with Therapeutic Coach to complete Classroom observations and give feedback
• Consults with the Program Manager to plan and provide necessary training and support to h ome v isitors and t eachers .
• Develops effective tracking systems for case assignment, assure that assessments, evaluations, and all required documentation is properly collected and submitted.
• Reviews cases to ensure that any case which may involve "imminent harm," "threatened harm," abuse or neglect is brought to the attention of the Program Director and referred to Protective Services .
• Supports the work of FBB volunteers and interns as an integral part of program services.
• Provide learning opportunities for volunteers and interns while participating in program services.
• Acknowledges their efforts by participating in recognition events and sharing their accomplishments.

Benefits

• employer-paid medical, dental, vision for our full-time employees with buy up options
• employer-paid basic group life insurance
• discounted fitness center/gym memberships
• alternative care supplemental benefits (chiropractic care, acupuncture, naturopathic medicine, and therapeutic massage therapy)
• paid time off (192 hours per year)
• personal paid time off
• inclement weather time off
• paid holidays
• discounted rates for cell phone plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree